Stuffed french toast may sound fancy, but it really isn't if you have some basic things on hand.

This is MoFo Day 2: Quick, Easy & Delicious!!!

I wouldn't dupe you, I promise.

You may recall ::erhem:: from what I posted yesterday that I recently baked some gluten-free bread. I posted the recipe here! But, for those of you who either do not require homemade gluten-free bread or would rather not be bothered (usually me), store-bought vegan bread will do! I always splurge on bread because I don't buy it very often. I like to get a mostly whole grain loaf that was made from scratch somewhere. For making french toast the way I like it, I like to have a dense and firm slice of bread to work with. There's nothing that I dislike more than a soggy slice of french toast. =(

If you have a loaf of bread, I recommend leaving it out overnight or leaving a couple slices out overnight. The slices will hold up better to frying if they are a tad stale. I got this idea from a recipe made by the amazing food blogger Richa of Vegan Richa. I absolutely love her blog. She seems to never run out of ideas for new recipes. Her dishes are usually very accessible but infused with different flavors than what you would expect. She made this samosa stuffed french toast that I had to try one day and "my goodness gracious" is all I have to say.

It was outrageous.

I love to make savory breakfasts and brunches when I don't feel like eating anything sweet. However, I felt that today I wanted a touch of sweetness and I looked around my kitchen to find some friends to help me on my quest.

All you need for this recipe is a small banana, 2 slices of bread, jam/jelly/compote/another fruit of choice, and a simple chickpea batter. You can always make a different batter if you don't have chickpea flour on hand, but I really love how smooth and crispy it turns the outside of the french toast. It also has a lovely flavor. Also, you can make this french toast when you are absolutely starving because it only takes about 10-15 minutes to prepare. Not too shabby. ;)

Banana Stuffed French Toast For One

jam/jelly/nut butter/fresh fruit of choice, enough to spread on one slice of bread

coconut oil for frying

powdered sugar, opt. for garnish

Chickpea Batter Ingredients

1/3 cup chickpea flour

1/8 tsp salt

dash cinnamon

dash nutmeg

dash baking powder

1 tsp coconut sugar, opt.

2 1/2 Tb water

1 Tb aquafaba (chickpea brine)/more water

Instructions: Assembly

Spread your jam/jelly/nut butter of choice on one slice of bread, making sure it will be contained when you batter the sandwich.

Slice your banana into coins. Put enough of them to cover one slice of bread and then mash gently with a fork (like you would an avocado for avocado toast).

Sandwich the slices of bread together, filling sides in.

Prepare a small skillet with enough coconut (or other mild flavored frying oil) oil to coat the bottom.

Put your skillet over low heat while you prepare your batter. Watch it to make sure it doesn't over heat.

Cooking Instructions

Mix all ingredients for the chickpea batter in a large cereal or mixing bowl. You may combine them with a fork. It smoothes out very easily!

Once your batter is ready, dip your sandwich in it, making sure to coat all the sides with an even, thick layer. I used my hands. It's the easiest way to make sure the bread stays together.

Gently place your battered french toast sandwich in the hot oil and let it cook on each side for about 2 minutes, or until it is golden brown and crispy! Flip gently with a spatula.

Once the two sides are cooked, you may take the french toast with a pair of tongs if you wish and cook all of the sides as well. I did this because I love the way it looks and I like extra crunch! P=

Plate your finished french toast with the remaining slices of banana, more jam/jelly/nut butter, maple syrup, or vegan powdered sugar* like I did!

* I recommend either making your own powdered sugar in a blender or buying a good quality brand like Wholesome Sweeteners. They make awesome products that you can feel good about buying. I don't use powdered sugar often, but when I do I like to make sure it's vegan and non-GMO.

Your french toast picture came out so pretty. My attempts at french toast photos always come out looking like weird grilled cheese.

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Jess

9/6/2015 11:31:01 am

Haha! Thanks! Yeah, photographing certain foods is tough. I feel so funny running around my house trying to find ideal lighting. I must look insane. =P

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I'm Jess!

This is my very first food blog! I post revised conventional recipes of foods that I hold near and dear to my heart. My cooking here is all gluten-free and cruelty-free, but full of flavor and comfort.